Day Headlines in Economy News: 2026-04-16
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UK prepares for food shortages in worst case scenario as Iran war continues (BBC Economy 2026-04-16 10:10:21)
The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by officials. -
UK economy grew faster than expected in February ahead of Iran war (BBC Economy 2026-04-16 09:56:06)
The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran. -
UK could face food shortages in worst case Iran war scenario (BBC Economy 2026-04-16 07:47:58)
The UK could face some food shortages by the summer under a worst case scenario drawn up by officials. -
UK economy grew faster than expected ahead of Iran war (BBC Economy 2026-04-16 07:38:33)
The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran. -
Big energy shock will push up prices, Bank boss tells BBC (BBC Economy 2026-04-16 06:42:51)
Bank of England governor says the Iran war energy shock makes the next interest rate decision "very, very difficult". -
UK economy grew faster than expected in February (BBC Economy 2026-04-16 06:12:53)
The Office for National Statistics says the economy expanded by 0.5% in February.